What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
adulator
Example
The politician was known for being an adulator, always showering his superiors with excessive praise. [adulator: noun]
Example
She adulated her boss in hopes of getting a promotion. [adulated: past tense verb]
flatterer
Example
He was a flatterer who always told people what they wanted to hear. [flatterer: noun]
Example
She flattered her friend to get her to lend her money. [flattered: past tense verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Flatterer is more commonly used than adulator in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between adulator and flatterer?
Both adulator and flatterer are formal words and are not commonly used in casual conversation.
